Pale Cucumber PPU9-17 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D6D5BD, estimated LRV 66 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Frosted Green Grape from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #D6D5BD · PPU9-17
Pale Cucumber
66%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Pale Cucumber Technical Profile
HEX Code#D6D5BD
RGB214, 213, 189
Estimated LRV65.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyyellow
BrandBehr
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#D9D8C2
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#D6D4B9
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Colors That Work With Pale Cucumber
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Cucumber
#D6D5BD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9BAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Cucumber
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Cucumber Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Pale Cucumber — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Cucumber have?
Pale Cucumber by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Pale Cucumber from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Cucumber are Frosted Green Grape by PPG (a close digital match), Spa by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), With A Twist by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pale Cucumber's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Pale Cucumber?
Pale Cucumber has a estimated lightness value of 65.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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